I've seen various prices on the tent I've pretty much settled on,
if I decide to replace the camper with a tent.
So far, the range has run from $600ish at the high end to $300ish at the low end.
Part of the variation is due to different stores having different prices, and different sale prices.
But another part of the variation is that these days, exactly the same product -- usually from China because that's where inexpensive stuff comes from -- gets sold under various brand names.
This morning, I was looking at two tents from the same store. One was prices at $394, the other at $318 (both on sale at the moment through early August) -- either one would be minus 10% because I get a discount at that store.
The entire difference, based on my examination of listed specifications and a very careful examination of the photos, was the brand name. Not only were the numbers in the specs identical, the seller's language in the descriptions was identical or nearly so (example: "With a generous diameter of 5 m (16.4 ft), this canvas bell tent provides ample space for you and your family to enjoy the great outdoors;It comfortably fits up to eight people, offering plenty of room to relax and unwind amidst nature." Word for word.
Don't just see something and buy it. Shop around.
